Building Official (FT - On-Site)

CSG Consultants•Foster City, CA

16d•$141,000 - $173,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Building Official provides supervisory and management services to client jurisdictions by managing their Building Departments. The role oversees day-to-day department operations and staff, ensures compliance with applicable State and Federal construction regulations and local ordinances, and administers contracted professional building department services. A jurisdiction’s Building Official typically acts under the direction of the City/County Manager, Community Development Director, or another individual overseeing the Building Department or Division. This is a full-time, on-site role for candidates living locally or elsewhere in California; relocation expenses are not provided. Business-related travel to client locations and job sites may be required, and roles involving such driving require a valid driver’s license.

Requirements

International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Building Official; all licenses and certificates must be maintained as a condition of employment.
At least 2 years of experience as a Building Official in a private or public agency, or at least 5 years of experience as a Building Inspector Supervisor or Deputy Building Official in a private or public agency.
High school diploma or GED.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Valid Class C California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record, maintained as a condition of employment.
Ability to travel to client sites and job sites.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with deadlines and multiple projects.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day Building Department operations and oversee staff, including counter technicians, clerical staff, inspectors, and plan reviewers; some jurisdictions may also include Code Enforcement and Planning/Zoning staff.
Supervise, recruit, and train assigned staff.
Ensure community compliance with applicable State and Federal regulations relating to construction projects and enforce local ordinances.
Create and implement ordinances, policies, and procedures.
Meet regularly with city department members, community members, and elected officials.
Enforce codes, regulations, and ordinances and ensure subordinate staff carry out the applicable directives.
Read and interpret codes and regulations.
Communicate effectively with the community, staff, upper-level managers, elected officials, client customers, building professionals, and the public, both orally and in writing.
Apply conflict-resolution and management skills.
Represent CSG in client contract negotiations.
Administer contracted professional building department services to client jurisdictions.
Project a positive image for the client, jurisdiction, and CSG.
Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

Company-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance, including family coverage.
Health Savings Account (HSA) or Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), depending on the selected health insurance plan.
Flexible Spending Accounts and transit/parking benefits.
Group and voluntary life insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
Employee Stock Ownership program.
401(k) program with company match.
15 days of paid time off.
12 paid company holidays.
Employee Assistance program.
Fitness Reimbursement program.
Professional Development program.